Places to visit in Pollachi, Tamil Nadu

A sleepy town in the interiors of Tamil Nadu’s Coimbatore District, Pollachi is beautiful, serene and boasts a pleasant climate throughout the year. Looking for an offbeat getaway down South? Explore this town flanked by the Western Ghats and coconut-tree lined farms; we’ve got five places you must visit here.

Right across the Amaravathy River lies Amaravathy Dam and a well-laid-out park. Climb a few steep steps carefully and you’ll be greeted by a picturesque view of the Annamalai Hills and Palani Hills. Venture beyond and you’ll see many, many crocodiles basking in the sun or piled up on each other. This park is also known to be the largest crocodile park in India and a visit here will be unlike any other experience.

Santhosh Organic FarmLocated at the foot of the Annamalai Hills, Santhosh Organic Farm has been practising natural farming since 1997. The 50-acre farm consists of a variety of plantations like coconut, areca nut, rosewood, amla, sapota, and cocoa; in fact, its cocoa is sold to big companies like Cadbury and Camco.

Calm, serene and located at an absolutely stunning place, Arivu Thirukovil is also known as the Temple of Consciousness. Try a few yoga poses here, or simply meditate. Yogiraj Vethathiri Maharishi established this ashram to transform people’s lives with health, peace, happiness and prosperity. One can also buy books on meditation and spirituality at a low cost here.

Surrounded by misty mountains and lush, green slopes, Aliyar Dam is situated in the Valparai region of Coimbatore, just 20 kilometres away from Pollachi. Attracting tons of tourists every year, it has beautiful parks, an aquarium and a mini theme park. Here with your family? Set up a picnic with a cosy blanket and delicious food. Looking to stay the night? Crash at a forest resthouse.

A well-protected ecological reserve with the Annaimalai landscape in the backdrop, the Parambikulam Tiger Reserve is one of the most beautiful tiger sanctuaries in India. Choose to go for a jungle safari, on which you are likely to spot exotic birds, bears, elephants and more. There are also nice options to stay overnight, ranging from tents, tree-houses, etc.